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Sweat Band

Bootsy Collins · 1980

42 min · 7 tracks · blues ยท funk ยท soul

A vibrant fusion of funk grooves and playful lyrics that embody the exuberance of Bootsy Collins' signature style.

Sweat Band is an album by Bootsy Collins, released in 1980. A vibrant fusion of funk grooves and playful lyrics that embody the exuberance of Bootsy Collins' signature style. 'Sweat Band' is notable for its bold musical experimentation, contributing to the evolution of funk music in the late '70s and early '80s. The album features the track 'Hyperspace,' which became a favorite in dance clubs, highlighting Collins' influence on emerging disco and funk scenes, while also marking his artistic growth as a solo performer. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Sweat Band sound like?

A vibrant fusion of funk grooves and playful lyrics that embody the exuberance of Bootsy Collins' signature style. Rooted in blues and funk.

What makes Sweat Band by Bootsy Collins notable?

'Sweat Band' is notable for its bold musical experimentation, contributing to the evolution of funk music in the late '70s and early '80s. The album features the track 'Hyperspace,' which became a favorite in dance clubs, highlighting Collins' influence on emerging disco and funk scenes, while also marking his artistic growth as a solo performer. Released in 1980, 'Sweat Band' came during Bootsy Collins' prolific period as a solo artist following his departure from Parliament-Funkadelic. This album followed his 1977 debut, 'Stretchin' Out in Bootsy's Rubber Band,' and showcases his continued exploration of funky sounds while cementing his unique identity apart from the collective.

How many songs are on Sweat Band?

Sweat Band has 7 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Tracklist

7 tracks·42:14

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Hyperspace Standout 4:43
  • 2 Freak to Freak Standout 6:52
  • 3 Love Munch 6:51
  • 4 We Do It All Day Long 2:22
  • 5 Jamaica 5:35
  • 6 Body Shop Standout 7:22
  • 7 We Do It All Day Long (reprise) 8:27

Release Date

January 1, 1980

Genre

blues, funk, soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

42 min 14 sec